Professional Packing Tips for Your Dubai Move
Good packing is the foundation of a damage-free move. Whether you are packing yourself or using professional services, these tips from our experienced team will help protect your belongings.
Essential Packing Materials
- Sturdy cardboard boxes in small, medium, and large sizes
- Bubble wrap for fragile items
- Packing paper (unprinted newsprint) for wrapping dishes and glassware
- Stretch film for securing drawers and wrapping furniture
- Heavy-duty tape (minimum 2-inch width)
- Wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes
- Marker pens for labelling
Room-by-Room Packing Strategy
Kitchen
The kitchen is the most fragile room. Wrap each dish, glass, and bowl individually in packing paper. Place heavier items at the bottom and lighter items on top. Fill gaps with crumpled paper to prevent shifting. Mark boxes as FRAGILE.
Bedrooms
Use wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes. Fold other clothes into large boxes. Keep bed linen together in labelled bags. Disassemble bed frames and store hardware in labelled zip bags taped to the frame.
Living Room
Wrap TV screens in moving blankets or bubble wrap. Photograph cable connections before disconnecting. Wrap artwork and mirrors in corner protectors and bubble wrap. Roll rugs and secure with tape.
Bathroom
Place liquids in sealed plastic bags to prevent leaks. Pack toiletries in a waterproof bag. These items should go in your essentials box.
Special Considerations for Dubai
- Heat-sensitive items: Candles, chocolate, certain cosmetics, and vinyl records can melt in Dubai's heat. Keep these in your personal vehicle or request climate-controlled transport.
- Electronics: AC remotes, router, and set-top boxes often belong to the landlord — check before packing them.
- Important documents: Keep passports, Emirates IDs, tenancy contracts, and other important documents in your personal bag, not in moving boxes.
Prefer to let professionals handle the packing? SAMA Movers offers full and partial packing services across all Dubai areas.
